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When governments deliberately introduce legislation that permit evil – and even to compel it – shame is appropriate and needful. The trouble is that the parliamentary members who introduce such legislation – particularly when the issue at stake is the intrinsic value of human life [...]

The politicians, political scientists and the pollsters are still not quite sure how we have arrived at this point. Labor lost the unlosable election. No-one predicted it, no-one really expected it. I think that the best explanation for the Coalition win was given by the [...]

People who are called by God’s name, in our country, have humbled themselves. Tens of thousands have fasted and prayed. We have repented on behalf of the nation. As our loving God asked us to! If My people who are called by My name will [...]

It’s a day that will go down in history. The chattering class called it the unwinnable election. All the major polls, pundits and papers were unanimous: Labor was certain to take power. Even Sportsbet picked the wrong side, paid punters out early, and lost $5.2m [...]

No intelligent soldier wins a battle and then jumps into unrestrained celebrations or unguarded rest the day after. Soldiers know that the day after the battle is more important than the day of the battle, because this time serves as one of the most important [...]

On Saturday May 18, Australia decided who should run the country: Scott Morrison and the Liberals, or Bill Shorten and Labor. Although there are still more votes to be counted, we now know the results: the Liberal/National Coalition will get back into office. This will [...]

by Ps Peter Walker, Indigenous Elder and Leader, Bundjalung People, Northern NSW Intention Daniel shows us how to trust, pray and see God give us the victory in our nation of Australia. Scripture “Then they said to the king, ‘Daniel, who is one of the [...]

How do you connect with a society that seems not only to have turned its back on you but is running away so fast that your words become almost inaudible in the slipstream? There are so many things we want to say. And we do [...]

No matter what the outcome of the vote this Saturday, no matter who is voted in, it is the sleeping giant who holds the balance of power in this nation. Who is the sleeping giant? Christianity! In the 2016 Census, 52% of the Australian population [...]

Those who refuse to engage in civil discourse have perfected the art of name-calling and labelling to discredit their political opponents before a view can even be expressed. So justice is driven back, and righteousness stands at a distance; truth has stumbled in the streets, [...]

Politics is boring. That was definitely my view growing up. I’d say it’s the view of most young Australians. Except for those few vocal friends in our newsfeeds, perhaps. (I might be one of them. If so, I’m sorry. I hate being ‘that guy’). For [...]

by Bishop Rick Lewers, Senior Minister, Anglican Bishop of Armidale Intention Consideration of a nation’s future is a time for God’s people to seek, praise, meditate on and trust in the God who will be vindicated in all things. Scripture "God, You are my God; [...]

Have you noticed that people seem to be more interested in politics these days? Everyone seems to be more interested in what is going on in the world. Even people that you used to think were apolitical are chiming in with an opinion about the [...]

by Ps Sean Stanton, National Secretary, Australian Christian Churches Intention Praying for the spirit of unity among God’s people. Scripture “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in Me through their message, that all of them may [...]

The Fear-of-God builds up confidence, and makes a world safe for your children. -- Prov 14:26 The Message Which policies may we put into the category of “unsafe” for our children, and what defines this choosing? Which policies show a lack of respect for and [...]

by Ps Tim Edwards, Australian Indigenous Christian Leader Intention To fight the good fight of faith until we see the fulfilment of God’s promises over Australia. Scripture Be on guard; stand firm in your faith [in God, respecting His precepts and keeping your doctrine sound]. [...]

This time next week we could have a new government. The thought sends a shiver down my spine for two reasons. The Labor Party, who according to the polls will form government in a week’s time are obsessively devoted to the introduction of Gender Fluidity [...]

Intention God loves when we let desperate circumstances lead us to pray desperate prayers. Scripture “Now when Jesus returned, a crowd welcomed him, for they were all expecting him. Then a man named Jairus, a synagogue leader, came and fell at Jesus’ feet, pleading with [...]

Editor's Note: This Article from The Australian Newspaper is by Alan Jones. Just when you thought the administration of rugby could not get worse, it continues to be a sporting embarrassment. Does no one in a position of leadership understand the damage that is being [...]

by Archbishop Anthony Fisher, Catholic Archbishop of Sydney Intention The responsibility to vote is an opportunity to promote the common good of all. Scripture “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you [...]